COMM H S DIST 99 - SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch is a Title I public high school that is part of the CHSD 99 school district, located in Downers Grove, IL with about 2,696 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 183 teachers, Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Downers Grove South High School (DGS), located at 1436 Norfolk Street in Downers Grove, Illinois, is a prominent public secondary school serving students within Community High School District 99. Known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, the school offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP), honors, and dual-credit courses designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. Beyond the classroom, DGS maintains a strong reputation for its robust extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, fine and performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs, all of which contribute to a vibrant and inclusive school community.
The school is frequently recognized for its focus on student growth and wellness, emphasizing a supportive environment that encourages both personal and intellectual development. With a commitment to modernizing facilities and integrating technology into the learning experience, Downers Grove South aims to provide students with the resources necessary to navigate a changing global landscape. Its dedication to academic excellence and student engagement has solidified its status as a cornerstone of the Downers Grove community, consistently aiming to foster a sense of belonging and achievement for its diverse student body.
For more information, contact Comm H S Dist 99 - South High Sch at (630) 795-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Downers Grove, IL 60516-2632
(630) 795-8500
COMM H S DIST 99 - SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Downers Grove, IL with about 2,696 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Illinois
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- CHSD 99
- Total Students:
- 2,696
- Teachers:
- 183.07
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,696 students
- White
- 58.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 18.9%
- Black or African American
- 12.1%
- Asian
- 7.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.